Clinical disorders in children, including symptoms, behavioural conditions and developmental concerns, helping parents better understand challenges and seek appropriate support.
Families caring for children with neurodevelopmental disorders in Côte d’Ivoire are overwhelmed by scattered services, high costs, and a lack of coordinated care, risking long-term setbacks for vulnerable children. Families caring for children with neurodevelopmental disorders in Côte d’Ivoire are…
A new research suggests that the societal embedding of religious norms and the emphasis on interdependence can influence levels of anxiety in children and teenagers, potentially offering a protective effect against mental health issues. A new study suggests that the…
Misdiagnosed sleep disruptions are common in the US, with tailored strategies, behavioural treatments, and understanding the causes crucial for restoring restful nights and reducing health risks. Waking in the middle of the night is often treated as a simple failure…
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services intensifies oversight of applied behaviour analysis, as soaring billing patterns and audit findings prompt a tightening of regulations in the autism treatment sector. Federal scrutiny of applied behaviour analysis, the main form of…
Experiencing regular awakenings at around 3 a.m. is common, but persistent disturbances could indicate underlying health issues or lifestyle factors. Experts explain the scientific reasons behind this phenomenon and offer advice for better sleep management. Waking at roughly 3 a.m.…
Stigma remains a barrier to timely support for children with developmental delays, but health experts emphasise early intervention as crucial for long-term wellbeing. Breaking down societal fears could unlock potential for many young minds at a critical stage. Stigma remains…
Experts emphasise the importance of accurate diagnosis as societal misuse of the term OCD risks minimising a serious condition characterised by intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviours, which merit proper treatment. The casual use of “OCD” as a synonym for tidiness…
The US FDA has approved centanafadine, marketed as Simtriyo, offering a new, potentially better-tolerated medication for ADHD patients, though questions remain about its comparative efficacy and place in therapy amidst existing treatments. The US Food and Drug Administration has approved…
Experts advocate for validating children’s feelings instead of quick reassurances, emphasising calm connection and practical coping strategies to help children manage anxiety more effectively. Parents often want to erase a child’s worry with quick reassurance, but that instinct can backfire.…
Experts explain that decreased daytime distractions, biological rhythms, and behavioural factors contribute to worsening anxiety at night, but practical strategies and professional help can break the cycle. Night-time can make anxiety feel louder, but experts say the pattern is common…
As eating disorders increase among young Australians, health professionals advise parents to adopt careful, honest conversations that emphasise self-worth over appearance, avoiding moralising or body monitoring. Parents are being urged to speak openly, but carefully, with children about mental health…
The Seychelles government has launched a new state-backed programme to assist children with autism and related neurodevelopmental disorders, filling a long-standing gap for families whose children do not qualify for existing disability benefits. Seychelles has launched a new state-backed support…
